Towing

[whyhuskers]

1987 with 5 speed and 4 banger. Can I flat tow it?

[WahooSteeler]

2wd or 4wd?

[gogmorgo]

Do you absolutely need to flat tow it? It can be done, but it’s better not to if avoidable. Disconnect and secure the rear driveshaft for best results. You may get away with leaving a 2wd in neutral although there is a small risk it could hit a bump and pop into gear, which may have undesirable results. With a 4x4 you can put the transfer case in neutral, but if you’ve got a CAD front axle you want it unlocked, as the transfer case will leave the driveshafts locked together so if the CAD has been permanently locked in or there‘s a single-piece shaft in place of the two-piece, you’ll essentially be dragging it down the road in 4x4.

Also make sure your tow vehicle is good for that much weight unbraked. For a stock truck you’re looking at between 3000 and 3500lbs.

[MiNi Beast]

pull driveshafts and run it. no worries 

[Pete M]

I absolutely hate flat towing if the tower and the tow-ie are anywhere near the same mass.  the lack of tongue weight can make for some very sketchy braking or turning.     there are plenty of safer methods of transport. 

[BeatCJ]

It's very likely it's behind a motor home. Of course, most of those only have enough braking for the house, adding 3500 lbs can make that sketchy.